Definition

To change the harmony of a piece of music to create a new sound or arrangement.

Example

The composer decided to reharmonize the song to give it a fresh feel.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Have you ever thought about how to reharmonize your favorite songs?

Yeah, I find it fascinating how different harmonies can change a piece completely.

Exactly! I want to reharmonize that tune we wrote last month.

That sounds like a great idea; it could give it a whole new vibe!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Reharmonize → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "harmonize" (from Greek "harmonia", meaning agreement or concord). The word means to create harmony again or to adjust the harmony of music anew.

Memory Tip

Think of 'again' ('re-') and 'agreement' ('harmonia') to remember that reharmonize means to create harmony again.

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